Country Programme Manager

Country Programme Manager Sightsavers Kenya Position Overview Sightsavers Kenya is seeking an experienced Country Programme Manager to lead the strategic development, coordination, and implementation of our transformative programmes across Eye Health, Inclusive Education, Inclusive Health, Economic Empowerment, Disability and Gender Inclusion, and Citizen Participation. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract (subject to funding) based in Nairobi, offering an opportunity to drive meaningful change in Kenya's development landscape. The Role Reporting directly to the Country Director, you will exercise strategic leadership and technical oversight across a diverse portfolio of initiatives. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing programmes aligned with Sightsavers' thematic strategies, setting direction for quality assurance, managing risk, and supporting Project Managers and Officers in day-to-day delivery. You will ensure all programmes are evidence-based, disability-inclusive, gender-responsive, and scalable, while overseeing multiple projects from conception through completion to guarantee on-time, on-budget, and compliant delivery. Your focus will extend to strengthening programme quality through structured reviews, performance management, adaptive programming, and robust quality assurance mechanisms. You will champion a culture of learning and innovation, documenting best practices and driving continuous improvement across the entire programme portfolio. Additionally, you will provide strategic direction to country teams, identifying opportunities and insights to enhance programme efficiency and effectiveness throughout Kenya. What We're Looking For You will hold a Master's degree in International Development, Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field, with progressive experience managing programmes within NGOs, INGOs, or development agencies. You should demonstrate a proven track record managing large, complex, multi-country or multi-donor programmes, coupled with strong technical expertise in areas such as health, education, livelihoods, and disability inclusion. Essential capabilities include excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, high-level people management skills, and proficiency in programme cycle management and monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL). You must have current and ongoing right to work in Kenya. Employment Details Contract Type: 24-month fixed-term (subject to funding) Location: Nairobi, Kenya Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Salary: Local terms and conditions apply Experience Required: 5-9 years in programme management Application Process Complete all sections of the online application, emphasizing your motivation for joining Sightsavers. Successful candidates will progress through an online written task (up to one hour) followed by an on-site interview (up to one hour) scheduled for the week commencing 20 April 2026. Closing Date: 12 April 2026 at 23:30 British Summer Time Sightsavers is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications from women and individuals with disabilities, and we are a Disability Confident Leader. We maintain zero tolerance for harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse. All candidates will undergo rigorous background checks.